Gerta Schnirch
"Gerta Schnirch"
Released in February 2026. Gerta Schnirch is a drama film. directed by Tomáš Mašín. With a runtime of 2h 50m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Barbora Váchová, Milena Steinmasslová, and Oskar Hes
Synopsis
Gerta grows up in 1930s Brno in a mixed Czech-German family, which brings her into conflict with her father as he embraces Nazi ideology. Despite this, they remain connected through their shared love of music. During the occupation, Gerta joins the student resistance with her beloved Karel, but the war takes everything from her and leaves her with a dark secret that shapes her future. After the war, though innocent, Gerta is violently forced into the wild expulsion and must leave her hometown with her infant daughter. She survives the hardest years on a rural farm, reunites with Karel, and returns to Brno hoping for a normal life—yet the past continues to haunt her. The two-part TV film Gerta Schnirch offers a personal view of 20th-century history through the fate of a woman caught between two worlds.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Barbora Váchová
as Gerta Schnirch young
Milena Steinmasslová
as Gerta Schnirch old
Oskar Hes
as Karel
Jan Grundman
as Schmidt
Lucie Štěpánková
as Barbora
Martina Czyžová
as Hana
Johann von Bülow
as Gerta's father
Kristýna Badinková Nováková
as Gerta's mother
Carl Grübel
as Friedrich
Georg Bütow
as Oskar Junge
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Česká televize
- ARTE
- HBO Europe
- Negativ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gerta Schnirch about?
Gerta grows up in 1930s Brno in a mixed Czech-German family, which brings her into conflict with her father as he embraces Nazi ideology. Despite this, they remain connected through their shared lo...
Who directed Gerta Schnirch?
Gerta Schnirch was directed by Tomáš Mašín.
How long is Gerta Schnirch?
Gerta Schnirch has a runtime of 2 hours and 50 minutes (170 minutes total).
When was Gerta Schnirch released?
Gerta Schnirch was released on February 4, 2026 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gerta Schnirch?
The main cast of Gerta Schnirch includes Barbora Váchová, Milena Steinmasslová, Oskar Hes, Jan Grundman, Lucie Štěpánková.